ASIST Training added to the Calendar
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training has been added to the May calendar. Please click on the calendar to find out more, including who to contract to register as seating is limited.
Suicide
safeTalk added to October calendar
SafeTALK half-day suicide alertness training will be offered at the end of the October. The training is free for community members and our partners. Please click on the calendar for more information. Suicide is preventable.
ASIST Training Offered
KSCS is once again offering Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) workshops to the community. Click on the calendar on the top left to find out more.
Lip Sync Battle 2016
Information about the Lip Sync Battle 2016, sponsored by Kahnawà:ke Suicide Prevention, has been posted on the calendar. Please consult the calendar for information you need about categories and registration deadlines.
Suicide Intervention
You can help Prevent a Suicide Attempt
Talking about suicide decreases the likelihood that the person will act on suicidal feelings. Asking DOES NOT put ideas into their head. It does open the door for them to feel that they can talk to you about suicide.
Our anxiety and fear of suicide gets in the way of reaching out to those in crisis. They also lead to over-reactions this is not helpful, try to remain calm. Listening helps the person feel connected and supported. Read the following documents for further suggestions.
Intake Services
Receives all calls for services, provide immediate support to clients when necessary and to refer clients to appropriate KSCS Prevention and Support resources.
How to access:
A call to 450-632-6880 will put you in touch with the appropriate resource person. In the event of an emergency, in the evenings, weekends and holidays call the Peacekeepers 450-632-6505 and ask to speak with an on-call worker.
External support: